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spokane
Definition:
(nou) a city in eastern Washington near the Idaho border
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Common mistakes of spokane pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some people mispronounce "spokane" with a long "o" sound, saying /spoʊˈkeɪn/. Tip: Remember to use the short "o" sound as in /spoʊˈkæn/ for accurate pronunciation.
- Stress placement: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying /spəʊˈkeɪn/. Tip: The correct stress is on the last syllable, pronounced as /spəʊˈkeɪn/ in US English and /spəʊˈkeɪn/ in UK English.
- Missing the "k" sound: Some may say "spoan" instead of "spokane", omitting the "k" sound. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "k" clearly, as in /spəʊˈkeɪn/, to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "a": A frequent error is overemphasizing the "a" in "spokane," resulting in an incorrect /spəʊˈkeɪn/. Tip: Focus on a balanced pronunciation, keeping the "a" subtle as in /spəʊˈkeɪn/.
- Confusing with other place names: Some confuse "spokane" with similar-sounding names. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the unique pronunciation of "spokane," pronounced as /spəʊˈkeɪn/, to distinguish it from others.